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Ok. So my setup is 3 HR24s with MRV. All is well. My problem/question is this...
I would like to use a DECA to get Internet access to some other components in a place where I am otherwise unable to run cable. I know that it is unsupported but can be done by splitting the coax and connecting one line to the HR24 and one line to a switch. I also understand tha this DECA will need to be powered. Can the power inserter power the whole system? Or do I need a second PI? Right now the power inserter is in the utility room feeding directly into the splitter for the whole house.
Any help is appreciated.
Thanks

Ok. So my setup is 3 HR24s with MRV. All is well. My problem/question is this...I would like to use a DECA to get Internet access to some other components in a place where I am otherwise unable to run cable. I know that it is unsupported but can be done by splitting the coax and connecting one line to the HR24 and one line to a switch. I also understand tha this DECA will need to be powered. Can the power inserter power the whole system? Or do I need a second PI? Right now the power inserter is in the utility room feeding directly into the splitter for the whole house.Any help is appreciated.Thanks

That DECA will need its own power supply and there are various powering options depending on what type of DECA unit you are actually using for it from an included one with a conventional barrel power plug to an improvised PI. Can you describe the DECA you are using for internet access?

The first PI you refer to is only used to power the SWiMLNB at the dish, none other.

Ah, got it. I am going to see if i can find a PI first.. otherwise I will have to order the wireless option you suggested. Thanks both of you for your help.

Remember if you do order the wireless option (W-CCK) make sure you get it through your DIRECTV account for much less than SolidSignal. You should take VOS' links to them only for pictorial representation.

As I've said before in other posts, I like SolidSignal, but they really need to go somewhere with those prices they charge many times.